Happy Thanksgiving

Today is Canadian Thanksgiving.

Pumpkin Pie Recipe from my Grandmother’s Recipe Book 1955

Thanksgiving Day brings back poignant memories of family get-togethers on autumn days that bestowed a gentle chill and vibrant colours. Kitchens became the hub of activity that produced tantalizing aromas hours before the actual dinner. It was impossible not to indulge in sampling.

Preparation – that was the best part of the day, the heart of the celebration. For when we prepared the food, we acknowledged the blessing of harvest time and the seasons that gave us the gift of life. We felt the kinship that comes when we work together to create compassionate communities that support, encourage and bring out the best in all of us. Most of all, we recognized that thankfulness was universal and belonged to all days.

For me, pumpkin pie was the quintessential symbol of Thanksgiving. The mixture of spices and the distinct warmth of golden-orange spoke of summer hours spent in vegetable gardens.

As we celebrate another wonderful day of gratitude, may we continue to create memories that reflect the joy of living and generosity of family and friends.

Thank you for these important memories. There are happy memories of Grandpa and Grandma’s home in Nebraska and special times with Dad’s family in Minnesota. And our home in Brazil, Anoka, Lynn Lake and other places along the way and finally in Vancouver! Always was a place to offer thanks–American and Canadian days set apart for national observances were always important. I see you have the old cook book that the Tallin Ladies aid printed long ago. Such a good memory. Thank you for sharing these memories.

Happy Thanksgiving, Galavanta! Ello is a very interesting place – I have only posted my photos, but there are many creative minds at work in that space. I have found that virtual pies have no calories. So I can have as many pieces as I want. Hugs!

Happy Thanksgiving, Cindy. I’m looking forward to sharing another Thanksgiving with you on the fourth Thursday of November. I am finding that Thanksgiving is universal – I see it in everyone of your posts. So, let’s celebrate it everyday. Hugs coming your way.